Chapter 2040

News about Stella, Bella, and Kristian quickly spread throughout the elite circles of Seamarsh and Dorburn that day.

Kristian’s life sentence was the talk of the town.

Some began to murmur unsavory things about Bella, suggesting she might have orchestrated everything.

After all, Kristian had always been a gentleman in public, while Bella was seldom seen, always keeping a low profile.

However, most people sympathized with Bella.

The trial footage went viral, and the truth was laid bare for everyone to see.

“Bella’s been married for years, only to discover her husband’s deceit now? That’s awful! And some are even blaming her for orchestrating it.

How does that make any sense? She barely made it out alive!”

“The verdict has been delivered.

How can there still be doubt about what the court has decided?”

“Poor Stella.

She’s the true victim in all of this.

Due to those greedy individuals, she grew up without knowing her own mother.

They’ve known each other for so long, yet they couldn’t recognize one another.

It’s just heartbreaking.

”

“Bella had a car accident, and Stella has been a constant presence by her side in the hospital, looking after her.

Stella truly deserves every bit of happiness.

”

Bennett stepped into the Lowell family home.

Since the Lowells had relocated overseas, only Bennett’s grandparents remained, clinging to memories of the past.

Years had passed, and while everyone else had moved on, the elderly couple still found it hard to let go of their youngest son’s death.

As Bennett walked into the living room, he noticed Byron Lowell sitting alone.

“Hey, Grandpa, where’s Grandma?” he inquired.

His grandparents were aging.

Although they were well-cared for, Bennett still worried about them.

“Your grandma’s upstairs,” Byron answered softly.

Bennett nodded and was just about to relax when a loud thud came from upstairs.

“What was that noise?” he asked, alarmed.

“I’ll go check it out.

”

“Nothing to worry about,” Byron reassured him.

“Your grandma is having the servants clean out your uncle’s room.

Something must’ve just fallen.

Stay here.

”

He handed Bennett a hot cup of coffee, suggesting he sit down.

Feeling that Byron wanted a discussion, Bennett settled into a chair.

“So, Bennett, I thought you were back to finalize the arrangements for your engagement party with Joann,” Byron said frankly.

“What happened? Why did you call it off suddenly? Marriage is serious.

I gave you time to think, but this? It reflects poorly on both our families.

”

Bennett looked down, embarrassed.

“I’m sorry, Grandpa.

It’s all on me.

I took it lightly before.

I thought I could marry just anyone, but I’ve realized that’s not how it works.

”

Byron’s expression became concerned, and he cautiously asked, “Are you… in love with someone else?”

He knew Bennett well enough to understand that he wouldn’t change his mind without a significant reason.

With Bennett’s sudden change of heart, Byron could only think of this possibility.

Byron’s face darkened.